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Skylink SC-100 Security System Deluxe Kit | 
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Category: Home Improvement
List Price: $129.77
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Rating:  44 reviews
Sales Rank: 789
Media: Tools & Hardware
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Batteries: 1
Batteries Included: Yes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 2.6
Dimensions (in): 12 x 10.6 x 2.6
MPN: SC-100
Model: SC-100
UPC: 623459400018
EAN: 0623459400018
ASIN: B0002YPF5Y
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | Rolling Code Technology - provides maximum security and reduces false alarm | | • | System good for most small to medium size homes (up to 3000-feet). Additional accessories needed to secure larger homes. | | • | Works in conjunction with up to 30 skylink security accessories (including dial alert) | | • | Includes a piercing 110 dB siren | | • | Up to 100-foot range |
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Product Description
The Skylink security system deluxe kit is a do-it-yourself wireless security system that is easy to install and ready to use. 4-zone system is designed for houses up to 3000 sq. ft., plus apartments, condos, offices and businesses. Application: Security system, Kit Includes: control panel, motion sensor, 2 door/window contact sensors, keychain transmitter, AC adapter and mounting hardware, Battery Included: Yes, Range (ft.): 100
Amazon.com Product Description
Designed for use in small- to medium-sized homes or offices of up to 3,000 square feet, the Skylink SC-100 Security System Deluxe Kit helps you protect your family from unwanted intruders or theft, while also giving you real peace of mind in case of emergencies. Offering an operating range of up to 100 feet, the SC-100 requires no monitoring or registration fees and is a snap to setup, arm, and disarm. | The Skylink SC-100 Wireless Security System Deluxe Kit:- Offers fast, easy installation
- Utilizes Advanced Rolling Code Technology
- Does not require expensive, monthly monitoring fees
- Can be customized using up to 30 Skylink accessories
- Automatically calls for help in the event of an emergency when used with Dial Alert (sold seperately)
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The SC-100 is an easy-to-install wireless security system that requires no monthly monitoring fees. View larger. |
Reliable, Advanced System Uses Trouble-Free Wireless Connections
Keep your home or business safe and secure with this reliable, cutting-edge wireless security system. The SC-100 utilizes innovative technology with trouble-free wireless connections to provide security, making it a great choice for protecting against intruders and safeguarding in case of an accident, fire, flood, or other emergency.Works with up to 30 Skylink Accessories for Easy Customization and Expansion
Because the SC-100 works in conjunction with up to 30 Skylink security accessories, including Dial Alert, it can be customized to suit your needs. This flexibility means you can easily expand your system to accommodate larger spaces or businesses that require a higher level of protection. Do-it-Yourself System Eliminates the Need for Monitoring Fees
The SC-100 is a do-it-yourself system, which means you can easily install it yourself and then use it without paying monitoring fees or registering with an alarm company. To arm or disarm the system, simply enter your personal code or use the keychain transmitter. With this user-friendly system, you gain real peace of mind and control over your personal safety and that of your family, employees, and others at your home or business--all without excessive costs or upkeep. Rolling-Code Technology for Maximum Security and Fewer False Alarms
Skylink is the first company to incorporate rolling-code technology into a home/business security system, which means that the SC-100 provides maximum security while virtually eliminating the number of false alarms. A rolling code (or hopping code) is often used in entry systems that don't require a key, because it prevents an eavesdropper from capturing and using your personal security code. Thanks to rolling-code technology, the SC-100's control panel will recognize radio waves only from its remote sensors (door/window sensor, motion sensor, and keychain transmitter), thereby preventing high-tech thieves from duplicating signals and tampering with your system. Motion, Door, and Window Sensors Provide Reliable Emergency Protection
The SC-100 comes complete with a motion sensor and two door/window sensors, enough coverage for small- to medium-sized homes. If any sensors are triggered when the system is armed, and the correct pin is not entered, the included 110dB siren will make a piercing sound to ward off intruders and draw attention to your home. Works with Dial Alert for Immediate Emergency Help
The SC-100 can assist you in getting immediate help in case of an emergency. When its siren goes off, the SC-100 will immediately send a signal to Dial Alert (sold separately), which will call emergency phone numbers that you have preset. When someone answers the phone, your prerecorded message will play, and the contact person will be told that you need emergency help right away. Easy to Program with Convenient Keypad
The SC-100 includes an easily programmable, lighted keypad with Chime, Instant, and Delay modes. Simply enter your preset pin code to arm or disarm the system; an LED will indicate when the alarm is properly set. All the accessories are preprogrammed to work with the control panel, so you won't have to worry about time-consuming, individual setup of each component. The SC-100 runs on AC power with one nine-volt battery (included) as backup. A convenient low-battery indicator lets you know when it's time for a replacement. The system also comes with all necessary mounting hardware. What's in the Box
Alarm with control panel and keypad, motion sensor, two door/window contact sensors, 4B434 keychain transmitter, AC adapter, all DC batteries, mounting materials, and instruction manual.
This kit includes everything you need to guard a medium-sized home. Add up to 30 Skylink accessories for full, customized protection of larger spaces. |
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| Customer Reviews:
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Great product, great price! June 17, 2010
Shay R. (Augusta, Georgia)
Well...I had quite a year last year with 2 break-ins. It's a terrible feeling and unfortunately break-ins are at their all-time high in my city, with no end in sight. Anyway, I researched and called several big-name security system companies, such as broadview, adt, etc. They were all around the same price and installation was as high as $300+ at one of the companies. Then after the installation cost, you have the monthly fees, which didn't make sense for what they were offering (which wasn't much). After my 2nd break-in, I really wanted to do something to provide a safer atmosphere or at least a little piece of mind. I came across a DIY security system completely by accident while I was searching for another product. I didn't even realize that was an option! So after researching some, I came across skylink and decided to go with this product because of all the great reviews(I read just about every review). This product had the best reviews on amazon out of all of the other DIY systems and it was very affordable.
I ordered the product about 2 weeks ago. Installation was surprisingly very simple. I had no problems installing or programming the system myself. I also purchased a keypad for extra convenience. That was also very simple to program. I am very satisfied with this system. The alarm is very loud when activated. The motion sensors work great and everything does what its supposed to do. I gave the skylink system 4 stars because IMO the dialer is needed. So my suggestion to others would be to go for the SC-1000, where you get more "bang for your buck". In the future, I will be purchasing about 1 or 2 more motion sensors and the dialer. So I'm paying more money than if I would have just gotten the SC-1000. But anyway, great product and I highly recommend this sense it does the EXACT same thing those other security companies do!
good system for small house June 15, 2010
Michael T. Siwek (wisconsin)
good system had some problems because my old shack has uneven doors. Still got it up and running in a hour. Like the fact you can add more security items, motion detectors etc. Good value, feel better having it. Could use bigger stickers and more of them warning of security in the house.
 Don't Believe Everything You Read May 16, 2010
R.A. (Destin, FL United States)
4 out of 6 found this review helpful
I had an "inside" robbery at a second home which I discovered a month ago. I say "inside" as opposed to outside---I have also had an outside robbery of large patio furniture which I pretty much ignored. This time I knew I needed an alarm system. My house is in a VERY GOOD neighborhood and no one saw a thing either time. I live alone so I really was upset to know that someone had been in my house and really might come back.
I looked into all the big systems---like ADT (my friends have that and they get all sorts of false alarms, so they never turn it on) and I met with the reps. I looked online at everything I could find. I found out about smash and grab, where a thief finds the control panel while the system is beeping and smashes it before the alarm sounds. Obviously, having it connected to your phone line is a problem because the thief can cut that. And you have to have a battery back-up.
I didn't want to pay for monitoring. My neighbor said she saw a prowler around my house and called the police and by the time they got there, he was gone. So I just wanted something really loud to scare off the intruder immediately and wake up my very nice and responsible neighbors so they would call the police and come outside.
I decided on ordering this system. I did not get the dialer, because of the "cutting the phone line" issue. I did read another reviewer's thoughts on smash and grab and bought two control panels. I also bought two alarms. Remember, the idea is to wake up the neighbors who, IMHO, should be grateful to know a robber is around.
Unlike ADT and all the big companies, all the extras with this company are cheap. For $20-$30 you can get extra door sensors, motion detectors, and alarms. This was something I considered because I have 5 exterior doors alone and lots of windows at ground level. Most systems give you one motion detector and two door alarms. And the last thing I want is someone wandering around in my house until he happens to get to a sensor somewhere. So I bought sensors for all the doors and two motion detectors. (I am going to get some for the bedroom windows too).
So far so good.
I get the box which I expect to be huge, and it really is small and weighs ten pounds, maybe less. So I open it and start reading and WOW---not easy at all to put this thing together. It's not just the instructions either---the door sensors did not look anything like the ones I saw a woman install on a promtional video for another company. She just peeled off the tape and positioned them on either side of the door and off she went. This had little parts and wires and screws. So I looked again at the instructions. Don't EVEN believe that reviewer who put this thing together easily unless you are super good with electronics.
So I call a ****brilliant techie**** college kid I know and he comes over and expects to spend an hour. Four hours later he leaves with the instructions. Get my drift! But he does have up one of the motion detectors (with the double sided tape) because he does not have the right drill bit for plaster. He also has up another motion detector secured to wood and half of all the door sensors are in place. The problem with the other half of the door sensors (the part needed to sound an alarm) is that NONE of my doors are flush with the molding. They have to be flush. He did not act like this was a big deal--something about buying and screwing rubber under it, etc. But *I* and perhaps *you* wouldn't know how to do this.
We tested the alarm and if you are beside it---wayyyy loud. Disabling loud! However, I have plaster walls and if you are two rooms away---you hear it, but it is no big deal. Not what I thought it would sound like. The alarm then would only be a deterrent in that a robber would *hopefully* think it was alerting someone somewhere to do something.
My brilliant techie never did figure out how to get the thing armed right and neither did I. I wanted the instant alarm (no delay). I know it will do that because it says so on the control panel, but we do not yet have that figured out. I did get it to work on delay and we had up the two motion detectors so I felt good with that level of security. However, for whatever reason, the second alarm and the second motion detector would not work with the control panel. I think add-ons take some time to get going, based on what another reviewer said.
Here comes the good part. You should enjoy this at my expense.
OK, so remember I have been robbed recently and I am not feeling safe in my very nice house in my very nice neighborhood. I am on edge during the day, looking for anyone suspicious driving about and *really* on edge at night. But now I feel much safer because I have a partial alarm and I have my key chain remote (Which works fabulously BTW---ignore people who want it coded so you know which is the off button, as this is not something you would want someone else to figure out right away).
At 5 a.m. THIS morning (while I was asleep and it was very dark outside) I hear a distant thud in a nearby room and then the beeping of the alarm starts and I grab the key chain and push the panic button to make it go off sooner. Yes, it did seem coincidental that this was all happening the DAY I put this alarm in, but who wants to take chances. I called 911, barely able to breathe---remember, I did hear that thud and I have been robbed. So the alarm turns itself off, but I keep pushing the panic button on the keychain(4 times because it keeps turning itself off) to make it come back on, and it does, until the five policemen show up and take their flashlights and go around my house. No robber and no sign of entry. One comes inside and goes through my house. Nothing. Have I ever done this before---the answer is no.
So they leave and I am wondering what the thud was and what is going on.
Then I spot the culprit.
Remember the sticky tape on the motion detector---the thing fell off the wall. I locate it behind a piece of furniture and as I am standing over it, the system starts beeping again, ready to go off. So the system does work---just don't use that tape, even overnight.
Now here is the big thing. Remember my super responsible and wonderful neighbors---I'm sure you see them all out in their robes, standing in their yards, worried sick. Not exactly. No one, NO ONE woke up---not with the four times the 110 db alarm went off nor with the five policemen walking around my house. My lapdog didn't even bark.
Are the houses far apart---NO! I have a neighbor on one side whose house is about 20 feet away. The others are a lot farther, but the alarm was in the bedroom closest to his house so he would wake up. Nothing. The police did not use their flashing police car lights or sirens---I don't even know where they parked (this would be my fault as they could not find the house since I don't have up the house numbers--but my neighbors do, so they did have some idea).
Would I buy it again? Yes, which is why I did not give it one star. This is important to note---I am pretty sure the big time expensive system alarms are 95 db---which is less and who would want to pay an extra five hundred dollars to get a second one. So, I am going to pay $50 or $60 to get a few more alarms and try to find something for outside. If you have drywall (as opposed to brick and mortar walls---a builder built my house for himself so it is made quite well) then you are going to have a different experience. Probably a very loud system for an apartment.
Pros: 1)Inexpensive for the starter sytem and really inexpensive for the add ons.
2)It apparently has different levels that will allow you to set a delay so you can enter and turn off the alarm or you can have it come on instantly if you are asleep and there is an intruder. It also has some sort of zone programming which, I assume, will allow you to be at home with certain zones on (like the doors and windows) but not the motion detectors.
3)It looked comparable to other, much more expensive systems and the alarm is actually louder.
4) The key chain remote works well and is truly cool. Other systems don't give you this or charge you $100 extra for one. It has a red panic button and the other three have raised dots. One dot is to arm the system and the three dots are to turn it off. I don't know what the two dots are for.
Cons: 1)Instructions are difficult to understand.
2)The control panel is of no help at all in programming the thing. It just has lights to tell you if the thing is armed and what zones are armed. Thus far, the lights do not tell me how it is armed---whether it is chime (it has a chime mode) or delay or instant. There is no window with words that tell you what is going on. That one thing would be a vast improvement!!! Are you listening skylike? I almost gave the thing two stars because of this. And the battery back-up light turns *on* if you have a low battery. That is a big flaw! Because when the battery goes out, the light will go out and you won't know if the battery is good or bad. It should be just the opposite. It should be if the battery light is out, you know you need to replace it.
3)Installation is not that easy---remember the door flush issue and the wires and screws and plates. But considering the price of the system, it was worth it to me to find some help. A comparable system would have cost me well over a thousand dollars and I would have had to pay the monthly monitoring fee. My college kid had no problem at all putting the parts up, so this was just intimidating to me.
Neutral: 1)It probably is not going to wake up your neighbors, unless you live in an apartment. But from what I could see of the other systems, you probably aren't going to have a better alarm with anyone else unless you get one for outside. I did not see where sky link makes an outside alarm.
 So few sensors for up to 3000 sq foot house? May 14, 2010
D. Simms
0 out of 14 found this review helpful
I'm sharing my humble, though thought out and experienced logic here:
My yellow flags are out here, as we think there's price gouging here.
Though we don't own one of these kits, we don't think we want to-
because of the sooo few sensors that come with the kit that they
say is for a 3000 sq ft home.
We have a 2300 sq ft, 4 Bedroom house:
but we have 3 doors, and 10 windows to protect! And protecting this
house would cost another $100 dollars, or more, to buy extra sensors.
And, furthermore, the poor batteries life would be an expense that
would eventually prompt us to turn the whole system off.
Why aren't AA alkaline batteries used here? You can buy 40 at
Sams/Costco for $10 or so and they will last years!
Correct me if I'm wrong, but isn't this a very poor choice?
Thanks.
Don
 Great May 2, 2010
J. stevens
This is great for someone who doesn't want to pay the big guys for a monitoring service. I installed it myself in about 30 minutes. No problems at all.
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